​Micronised progesterone (also known as Utrogestan®) is a type of progestogen that can be used for the following purposes:

• Preparing the uterus for implantation of a fertilized egg, where the egg sticks to the wall of uterus
• Maintennce of pregnancy once implantation occurs
• Enhance implantation of a fertilized egg (routinely used for during IVF) and to decrease the risk of spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)
• Management of various abnormal uterine bleeding including absence of menstrual flow and heavy menstrual flow and heavy menstrual bleeding
• Management of menopause in combination with estrogen replacement therapy

It is important to use micronised progesterone as directed by your healthcare professional.